Join this challenging and spectacular hunting adventure in the Kyrgyzstan wilderness, where the goal is to bag an impressive big Ibex!
Available dates in 2026, 2027, and 2028:
At 3,000-5,000 meters, where the weather changes quickly and the terrain makes demands both physically and mentally, a hunting experience like few others awaits. Here we move through pristine valleys and steep cliffs, often from horseback, in an environment where the raw beauty of nature makes every moment greater.
With experienced local guides by your side and access to the country's best hunting grounds, you'll experience the thrill of stalking the impressive ibex - a hunt characterized by tradition, community and respect for the game. After the day's challenges, the warmth of basecamp, Asian food and stories from the mountains await.
This is a trip for those of you who are looking for more than just hunting - an adventure where you test your limits, meet nature for real and return home with memories that last a lifetime.
* = Included in Flight Package only
When you book a hunting trip with Waidmann Hunting Tours , you can opt for our flight package for an additional cost, making your trip both more comfortable and safer. The flight package includes a round-trip airline ticket and transfers between the airport and your accommodation, so you can easily get to and from the hunting area.
The package also includes our Safety Guarantee, which protects you against unforeseen events and gives you extra peace of mind during your trip. This option is perfect for those who want a smooth and safe overall solution where all the practicalities are taken care of.
Read more here: Waidmann flight package
The journey takes you straight into the mighty Tien Shan Mountains, where Mid Asian Ibex roam freely in one of the world's most spectacular and pristine hunting areas. Here, at an altitude of 3,000-5,000 meters, a hunting experience awaits that is both physically demanding and incredibly rewarding. The landscape is characterized by snow-capped peaks, deep valleys and rugged cliffs - an environment that constantly challenges, but also enhances the sense of adventure.
Basecamp is located in the middle of the hunting area, in a simple but warm and cozy cabin overlooking the mountains where the hunt is conducted. Here you relax after the day's exertions, have dinner and prepare for the days ahead. Guns are checked at long distances and you go through the hunting plan based on weather, terrain and animal movements.
Hunting is done both from horseback and on foot. The riding time each morning varies depending on the location of the ibex herds, but several hours in the saddle are common. This is often followed by long, steep approaches on foot in thin air, where the terrain requires balance, fitness and focus. In some cases, overnight stays in tents or shepherd's huts may be necessary to reach remote areas where really big ibex are located.
The food during the trip consists of simple and local Kyrgyz diet based on raw materials such as ibex, Marco Polo, chicken and lamb. Breakfast is served in the camp, lunch is eaten in the field and the evening is rounded off with a warm dinner and fellowship in the cabin.
This is a trip for those who are looking for a genuine, challenging and magnificent hunting experience. A hunt where nature, altitude and terrain will test you - and where the reward is an adventure you will never forget.
Day 1: Departure towards Kyrgyzstan's magical hunting adventures
The adventure starts in Sweden where the departure is towards Kyrgyzstan. After the flight, a long but fascinating journey awaits up through the Tien Shan Mountains, where the landscape gradually changes from open valleys to steep cliffs and snow-capped peaks. Once there, there is time to unpack, settle into the environment and enjoy a first dinner together. The evening is rounded off with a review of the hunt and the opportunity to shoot the weapons at longer distances for the coming days.
Day 2-9: The start of the hunting days
The days start early, when the world is still quiet and the mountains are colored by the first morning light. After breakfast, we saddle the horses and ride out at dawn towards the areas where the ibex herds move. The riding time varies from day to day - sometimes shorter, sometimes several hours through steep passes and barren stone fields. When the terrain no longer allows horseback, we continue on foot, often on steep slopes and at high altitude where the air is thin and the body has to work.
The hunt takes place in dramatic terrain where every day presents new challenges. We move between different areas depending on weather, wind and how the animals have moved during the night. Some days require long journeys and the possibility to stay overnight in tents or shepherd huts higher up in the mountains, but most of the time we return to basecamp where a hot dinner and the community in the cabin awaits.
Here we share the day's experiences of long approaches, difficult terrain and powerful encounters with ibex on rock shelves far above the valleys.
Regardless of the pace and challenges, the days are characterized by a sense of adventure, respect for nature and the unique tranquility that only high mountains can offer.
Day 10: We say thank you for this magical hunting adventure.
After a nice closing dinner and a good night's sleep, we start the day with a hearty breakfast and then check out and leave the accommodation to head to the airport.
During your hunting days, you will stay in a simple but warm and genuine base camp located in the middle of the mighty Tien Shan Mountains. The lodge, which is heated and equipped with the essentials, offers a rustic and familiar atmosphere that is perfect after long hours in the saddle and demanding hunting in steep terrain.
Here you live close to nature - from the camp you can see the mountain slopes and valleys where the ibex move, creating a strong sense of closeness to both the game and the magnificent surroundings. The food served is traditional Kyrgyz home cooking based on local ingredients, often game meat, chicken or lamb, prepared simply but with great care.
The community in the cabin, the smell of hot food and the warmth of the stove become a natural gathering point every evening. This is where the day's experiences are shared, maps are studied for tomorrow and the sense of adventure grows for the next trip into the mountains.
The accommodation is not luxurious - but it is genuine, close to nature and just what is needed to give the hunt its proper feel. The camp serves as the perfect base for a memorable and authentic high-altitude hunt in Kyrgyzstan.
Our hunting areas in Kyrgyzstan are carefully selected to offer the best possible conditions for a successful and memorable Ibex hunt. Here, ibex roam freely in one of the world's most magnificent mountain landscapes, where vast valleys, steep cliff faces and snow-capped peaks create an environment that is as challenging as it is magnificent.
The terrain is both rugged and varied, with altitudes ranging from 3 000 to 5 000 meters above sea level. The area is characterized by rapidly changing weather, strong winds and long distances - conditions that make hunting physically demanding but all the more rewarding. You will travel both on horseback and on foot depending on the terrain and animal movements. The bridleways wind through valleys and up over passes where the views stretch for miles, and the final approaches are often on foot on steep slopes where the air is thin and the body has to work.
Ibex thrive in these pristine mountain ranges, moving over huge areas with good access to shelter and food. Our hunting guides, who have deep local roots, follow the animals' movement patterns closely and know where the big bucks tend to hang out. Their experience of terrain, wind conditions and animal behavior is crucial to success - and they'll lead you to places where you're most likely to find the right trophy.
The hunting grounds are far from civilization, in a quietness that only mountains at this altitude can offer. There are no disturbing noises, no roads or villages - just the power of nature itself, silence and expanses so vast that the horizon seems endless. It's a hunting experience that's not just about taking down an animal, but about becoming part of the landscape and facing nature's challenges head on.
To hunt Ibex in the Tien Shan is to stand in the middle of the mountain kingdom, where every day offers drama, views and encounters you will carry with you for a long time. It's a hunt that tests both will and physique - and rewards you with a sense of adventure that few other places in the world can match.
Ibex hunting in Kyrgyzstan is one of the most demanding and adventurous forms of mountain hunting you can experience. Here we hunt in a landscape that both impresses and challenges - vast valleys, barren rocky fields and snow-capped peaks at altitudes between 3,000 and 5,000 meters above sea level. It is in this dramatic and unpredictable terrain that the ibex lives, perfectly adapted to steep cliffs and rapid changes in weather.
Most hunting is done from horseback, moving through mountain passes and over long distances in the stillness of dawn. When the terrain becomes too steep, the hunt continues on foot, often in the form of pyrsch - stealth hunting - along rocky slopes and narrow rock shelves. This is where the hunt gets really physical: the thin air makes your heart rate rise faster, your legs work harder and every step becomes a conscious part of the hunt.
It is important to be in good general physical condition for this trip. You need to be able to ride for several hours a day, to negotiate steep terrain and to cope with longer rides in hilly conditions. You don't need to be an elite athlete - but you should be active, fit and comfortable moving at high altitude.
Our experienced guides will lead you safely through the terrain and help locate the right animal. Once a fine specimen is found, there is a challenging final approach, often over large height differences and in winds that can quickly change direction. Shooting distances are usually long, often over 200 meters, requiring good shooting skills and a weapon that is well calibrated for the altitude.
This is hunting for those who want to do more than just follow a trail. This is hunting for those who want to feel the power of nature, push themselves and take part in an adventure that both demands something of you - and gives something back. The reward is an experience of complete presence, powerful encounters with ibex and a sense of achievement that stays with you long after you leave the mountains.
At Waidmann, we're proud to offer a wide selection of game species to suit all types of hunters. Here's an overview of the species that can be hunted on this trip - complete with quick facts, hunting insights and game management information.
Every hunting trip is unique and sometimes you want to add a personal touch to the details around you. That's why we at Waidmann offer the opportunity to enhance the experience and make the trip even more personal.
There are several ways to put your own stamp on your trip - through our combination tours, 'do it yourself' packages or the options offered at specific destinations.
Whether you want to travel in extra comfort, add more experiences or customize parts of the program, there is the possibility to customize the trip according to your wishes.
At Waidmann, the journey is more than just the hunt - it's yours to shape into a dream trip worth remembering.
Do you want to add a little extra to your hunting trip by extending the adventure with a few days on safari, a quiet fishing trip at sunset or ending the trip with pure relaxation on a paradise beach? Then our combination trips are for you!
Thanks to our sister companies within the Intoit Travel Group, we have access to a wide network of specialists in everything from luxury island resorts to deep wilderness. This means we can put together unique itineraries - tailored entirely to your wishes - and create your dream trip you'll never forget! For some, that means combining hunting with a romantic honeymoon. For others, it might mean hunting and fishing on the same trip, perhaps finishing with a safari? Alternatively, let the family come along and enjoy other experiences while you are out hunting.
We create the kind of trip you've always dreamed of - with the hunt at its heart, but with room for much more. You get a tailor-made holistic experience where we meet your needs and the wishes you have always wanted to experience.
With us, you don't have to book a whole package - we know that every trip is different and that sometimes you want to pick and choose parts of the trip, and we are here to adapt to your needs.
We offer flexible solutions for those who want a more independent hunting trip, but still with the security and quality of us in the background. Do you just need a hunting guide for the day? Do you want to have access to land, but arrange accommodation on your own? Or maybe just book the hunt itself, but travel on your own terms? No problem - we'll put together exactly what you need, whether you just need a few pieces of the puzzle or the whole picture.
Our strength lies in the fact that we can customize every little part. You get access to our expertise, our flair and our network - while you set the framework yourself. We match the program with your wishes, both in terms of content and budget.
We help you find your way, even when you want to hold the compass yourself.
Below you will find the activities we offer as options on this particular trip - a way to make the experience even more complete and customized to your wishes.
The hunting trip to Kyrgyzstan was everything I had dreamed of and more! On the very first day, I noticed that the thin air made every step up the mountains difficult, and I quickly realized that this was something completely different from the hunts I had been on before. We rode out at dawn, and the sun rose over the mountain ridges and the landscape opened up to views of raw and untouched nature. That's when I knew this would be a trip I would never forget.
During the week, we encountered several herds of ibex thanks to our experienced and dedicated guides. For various reasons, I never really got around to taking any shots until one day when everything suddenly fell into place. My guide, Bakyt, pointed out a herd with a large ibex standing high up on a cliff face over a kilometer away, and we began to make our way there. The approach was long, steep, and demanding, and my pulse was racing as much from the effort as from the excitement. When we finally got into position, the distance was about 400 meters. The shot hit its mark, and the day ended with a memorable long shot at a large, old ibex. It was one of those moments when everything just stops for a couple of seconds, and I got an adrenaline rush that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
This wasn't just a hunting trip. It was an adventure, a physical challenge, and an experience of nature that will stay with me forever. Kyrgyzstan is tough... but absolutely fantastic.
Many thanks to Waidmann for making this possible. A trip that had been on my bucket list for many years and turned out to be everything I dreamed of, and then some. - Bojan
Booking a hunting trip is often a long-awaited experience - and with the right preparation, it will be smooth, safe and memorable. Here are some key tips and advice to help you get the most out of your trip:
Choose the right hunt for you
Whether you are an experienced hunter or traveling for the first time, we will help you find the right trip based on your goals, experience and hunting style. Do you want to experience the thrill of a Monteria in Spain, a stealth hunt in Hungary or perhaps a wake hunt for wild boar? We will guide you in the right direction.
Be flexible - Hunting is Hunting
Hunting is always on nature's terms. The weather, the movement of the game and other circumstances can affect the outcome. Although the hunt is the goal, it is often the experience itself - the nature, the camaraderie and the thrill - that becomes the strongest memory.
We're with you all the way
When you book with Waidmann, you get access to a dedicated team with extensive experience in hunting travel. We're on hand before, during and after your trip - whether you need help with trip selection, documentation, gun logistics or something unexpected along the way.
Before your departure
Once you have booked your dream hunting trip with us, you will receive a booking confirmation by email. After that, we will ask you for some additional information, depending on your destination and type of hunting. Your trip will be saved in your Booking Portal where you can manage payments and find additional information for your trip.
For travel outside Europe, we send you two departure letters: the first one about two months before departure and the second one with all the final information, about 40 days before departure, in connection with the final payment. For travel within Europe, we send you a single departure letter around 40 days before departure.
In these departure letters you will find everything you need for your trip, from packing lists and clothing recommendations to tips, offers and information on additional pre-departure details. You will receive your flight tickets around 14 days before departure.
During your departure
During your hunting trip, it is good to keep track of any trapping fees. These are available both here on the website and in your booking portal. We are available on WhatsApp in the group we create a few days before departure, throughout your trip to help if needed or answer questions.
Tip. We really appreciate it when you share pictures and stories from your experiences.
After your departure
Once you are back home, full of impressions and memories of the hunt, trap fees may apply. These will be sent to you within 24 hours of your return and need to be paid immediately.
If you have chosen to bring trophies home, you will be contacted by our trophy management contact, who will inform you about the process, costs and next steps. Please note that depending on the country, it can take up to 2 years before your trophies are fully assembled and at your home. We always follow up and make sure you feel safe all the way, even after the journey is over.
Booking a hunting trip with Waidmann means security, quality and passion. We are one of Sweden's leading organizers of exclusive hunting trips and offer tailor-made experiences where every detail is carefully planned. With our personalized service, experienced guides and close partnerships with carefully selected hunting areas in Europe and Africa, we ensure that you get a hunting trip that exceeds your expectations - whether it's your first trip or your tenth.
With us, you're not just hunting - you're experiencing something bigger.
After the hunt, we ensure that your trophy is handled professionally and according to all applicable rules. Our local partners are responsible for the initial handling - often boiling and preparing for transportation. If you choose a more advanced mount, such as a bow mount, this is often carried out directly on site by local taxidermists. After that, export documents, veterinary certificates and customs documents are handled in cooperation with our experienced freight forwarders.
Waidmann offers help with the entire process - from on-site handling to transportation home. We are there to support you every step of the way and are happy to provide advice on installation and the choice of conservator. At the same time, you as a customer have full freedom to choose to manage the process on your own if you prefer.
The delivery time for trophies varies depending on the country of hunting and the type of trophy, but we will keep you updated throughout the process.
Going on a hunting trip means new experiences and memories for life. Unfortunately, it's not possible to control everything that happens, and sometimes unexpected things happen that can cause problems. So it's good to be insured both before and during your trip.
Often the travel protection included in home insurance and credit cards does not cover everything you need or want.
To make you feel as safe as possible when traveling with us, we have chosen to cooperate with Europeiska ERV, which has over 100 years in the industry. Together with Europeiska ERV, we offer their Travel Insurance Plus and Cancellation Protection. If you want to know more or want to take out an insurance, please contact us and we will help you with this.
The rules for using silencers vary from country to country. In Sweden and many other European countries, silencers are allowed and often recommended for hunting. However, in some countries, such as Spain, Poland, Serbia and Croatia, they are prohibited.
When you book a trip with Waidmann, you will always be given clear information about what applies in the hunting country in question.
Traveling with hunting weapons is possible, but it requires proper documentation and planning. Exactly what is needed depends on the country you are traveling to, but in general the following applies:
European travel: For hunting trips within the EU, a European firearms pass is required, which you apply for at the Police. We recommend that you apply directly when booking, as the processing time can be several weeks. You also need to notify Swedish Customs that you are taking your firearm out of the country. In most cases, a special invitation or hunting license is also required from the country you are going to hunt in - we at Waidmann will make sure you get this in good time.
Read more on the Police website
Travel outside the EU: For example, for Africa or other continents, a temporary arms export via the Swedish Customs is usually required, as well as a hunting license, invitation and sometimes a temporary import license. Rules vary from country to country, but Waidmann ensures that everything is handled correctly from the start, so you avoid uncertainty and hassle upon entry.
Air transportation: Your weapon must be transported in an approved, lockable gun case or bag. Ammunition is packed separately according to the airline's security rules. Weapon transportation must be notified to the airline in advance - if Waidmann books your flight, we will handle this notification and the entire process for you.
Waidmann has extensive experience in hunting trips with weapons and is with you throughout the process. You will receive clear instructions and the right documentation in good time before departure. If you want to travel without your own weapon, it is often possible to rent weapons on site, depending on the destination.
You can definitely book as a solo hunter with Waidmann! We offer both planned trips for single hunters, as well as small and large groups.
We welcome all hunters, whether you are alone or traveling with a group. Many of our hunters find that a hunting trip is a great opportunity to make new friends in hunting. Several of our 'bonded' groups have continued to hunt together years after their first hunting trip with Waidmann.
For those looking for a more personalized experience, we tailor hunting trips for both individual hunters and smaller groups. We also arrange trips for larger groups, where we adapt the experience to the specific needs and wishes of the group. In addition, we have the opportunity to combine several smaller groups to create a common hunting experience, which provides both variety and community.
Whether you are traveling alone or with a group, you can be sure that at Waidmann we will customize your trip to give you the best possible experience.
Booking a hunting trip with Waidmann is easy and we offer several convenient payment options. Here are the steps for booking and payment:
Booking and booking portal: Once you have booked your hunting trip, you will have access to your personal booking portal. In the booking portal, you pay a booking fee of 30% of the total amount of the trip, which must be paid within 10 days for the booking to be confirmed.
In the booking portal, you manage your entire trip - you fill in your contact details, make payments and receive ongoing updates and all important information before departure. Everything in one place.
Flight booking: If Waidmann books the flight for you, the flight cost is paid in full as a second payment at the time of booking the flight.
Final payment: The remaining amount is paid closer to departure, and the final payment must be made at least 40 days before departure.
Trap fees, if any: If there are trap fees, these are payable 24 hours after returning from the trip.
Payment: You can easily pay by card, Trustly, Swish or invoice. If you would like an invoice, please contact us and we will arrange it for you.
Cancellation: In case of cancellation, the following cancellation fees apply:
30% of the price of the trip between the time of booking and 40 days before departure.
100% of the price of the trip between 39 days before departure and the day of departure itself.
Flights: If the flight is booked by Waidmann and you cancel the trip, the flight price is paid at 100%.
We recommend that you take out cancellation insurance, especially for exclusive or long-distance trips, to protect yourself against unforeseen events. We offer cancellation cover through ERV.
For questions about payment, booking or cancellation, you are always welcome to contact us. We are here to help you through the whole process.
We recommend that you book your hunting trip at least 6-18 months in advance, especially if you have specific preferences for the type of hunt, destination or timing. Some trips, such as those to popular destinations in high season or with a limited number of places, book up quickly.
However, it is often no problem to book at short notice, as long as there is availability. We have good experience of helping hunters out at short notice when the opportunity exists.
For exclusive or tailor-made hunting trips, as well as trips outside Europe that require more extensive documentation and planning, it is a clear advantage to be in the know well in advance. It gives us a better chance of securing the best hunting grounds, accommodation and flight connections - and you'll have plenty of time to arrange permits, gun exports and other preparations at your leisure.
Absolutely, many of our guests are making their very first hunting trip abroad with us. We have a lot of experience in looking after first-timers and making sure you feel safe throughout the process.
We help you with everything from choosing the right type of hunt and destination to preparation, documentation and equipment. During the trip, you will always have access to experienced guides and organizers who will support you both practically and mentally in the hunt.
For those who do not have their own equipment or want to travel light, it is usually possible to rent weapons and other equipment on site. We also adapt the level of difficulty, organization and expectations to your level of experience.
Whether it's your first hunting trip or you've been out many times before, we'll make sure you have a personalized and professionally executed experience.
